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Where to Stay in Newfane, VT
Newfane's village common is lined with Federal and Greek Revival buildings from the 1820s, including the 1825 Windham County Courthouse and Union Hall. Most of it was built within a few decades, and little has changed since. The Four Columns Inn, a 15-room Greek Revival inn on the common, has spa tubs and fireplaces in most rooms, the 1832 Tavern & Pub and gardens along a creek. Brattleboro is about 12 miles southeast for more restaurants and activity.
Why Stay in Newfane, VT
- •The Four Columns Inn faces the Newfane common, with the 1832 Tavern & Pub on site.
- •The West River runs nearby, with fishing and swimming spots in summer.
- •Newfane's common and its historic buildings can be seen on foot in about an hour.
What Makes This Area Interesting
- •Newfane Village Common: the courthouse, Union Hall, and the surrounding Federal buildings; a short walk covers the historic core.
- •West River: fishing access and swimming holes in summer; ask at the inn for directions.
- •Brattleboro: 12 miles southeast on Route 30; the nearest town with a full restaurant and bar scene.
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Frequently Asked
Yes, for a quiet night: the common is best seen slowly, and The Four Columns Inn has a pub and dinner on site. Brattleboro is about 20 minutes away for more activity.
Walk the common and its historic buildings, swim or fish in the West River in summer, and browse the antique shops and flea market nearby. Grafton and Brattleboro are each a short drive.
About 12 miles northwest on Route 30, roughly 20 minutes. An easy day trip pairing — Brattleboro for arts and restaurants, Newfane for architecture and a quieter overnight.